Semi-Automatic
$450
Gaggia
Gaggia Classic Pro
★4.3(5,600 reviews)
Italian-made classic with commercial-grade steam wand and 58mm portafilter. A modding community favorite with excellent upgrade path.
Price
$450
Boiler
Single Boiler
Pressure
15 bar
Best For
Enthusiasts
Specifications
Dimensions
9.5 x 8 x 14.2 in
Weight
18 lbs
Water Tank
72 oz
Warranty
1 year
Grinder
Not included
Warm-Up Time
10 minutes
Steam Wand
Commercial Manual
Basket Type
Pressurized & Unpressurized
Features
Commercial Steam WandSolenoid Valve58mm Portafilter3-Way Valve
Pros
- ✓Commercial group head size
- ✓Excellent steam wand
- ✓Huge modding community
- ✓Great upgrade path
Cons
- ✗No PID (easy to add)
- ✗Single boiler workflow
- ✗Basic appearance
- ✗Steep learning curve
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